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Robert Downey Jr. Cast As Doctor Doom In MCU Return

Robert Downey Jr. surprises Marvel fans by returning as Doctor Doom, sparking mixed reactions and hinting at a new direction for the MCU.

'Iron Man' star Robert Downey Jr's return as Marvel villain Doctor Doom shocks Twitterati: Welcome back, legend

'Iron Man' star Robert Downey Jr's return as Marvel villain Doctor Doom shocks Twitterati: Welcome back, legend

In a jaw-dropping moment at Saturday's San Diego Comic-Con Hall H panel, Robert Downey Jr announced his return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), not as his famed character Iron Man, but as one of the most iconic villains, Doctor Doom.

The Times of India

'Iron Man' star Robert Downey Jr RETURNING to Marvel Cinematic Universe as villain Doctor Doom in 'Avengers: Doomsday' and 'Avengers: Secret Wars- WATCH

'Iron Man' star Robert Downey Jr RETURNING to Marvel Cinematic Universe as villain Doctor Doom in 'Avengers: Doomsday' and 'Avengers: Secret Wars- WATCH

The wait for Robert Downey Jr's return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe is about to end. The actor is confirmed to return, but not in his iconic role as Iron Man, rather, he will take on a new role, this time as the infamous Doctor Doom.

The Times of India

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When does Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 4 start? Marvel's Absolute Doom arrives this week

A cavalcade of Marvel superheroes are coming to the online game later this month

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Marvel Studios considers new villains for Phase 6 without Kang

Marvel Studios plans to move forward without Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conqueror, sparking speculation about the ultimate villain for Phase 6 of the Mult...

Marvel’s Multiverse Saga needs Dr. Doom in Kang’s shoes

Marvel has been faced with a tough choice following Jonathon Majors’ departure from the MCU, but maybe Dr. Doom could prove a better foil for our heroic protagonists?

Turns Out Robert Downey Jr. Almost Played A Major Marvel Villain Before Being Cast As Iron Man

Before he was cast as Iron Man, Robert Downey Jr. was in the running to play a major Marvel villain.

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If Adam Driver is going to be Reed Richards, here are our casting picks for the rest of the MCU’s Fantastic Four

If Adam Driver is going to be Reed Richards, here are our casting picks for the rest of the MCU’s Fantastic Four

Yes, we're pulling some choices from the cast of "Top Gun: Maverick," obviously.

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'Avengers: Kang Dynasty' could be Marvel’s most unpredictable movie yet

'Avengers: Kang Dynasty' could be Marvel’s most unpredictable movie yet

Will Kang be the Avengers biggest threat yet? Here's a guide to the Marvel villain's many variants — and what it all means for 'Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.'

Marvel's Fantastic Four movie could beat 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' at its own game

Marvel's Fantastic Four movie could beat 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' at its own game

Will the Fantastic Four reboot establish the Council of Reeds? The MCU could be setting up a surprising multiversal threat.

'Thunderbolts' could be the 'Civil War' sequel Captain America never wanted

'Thunderbolts' could be the 'Civil War' sequel Captain America never wanted

When the Avengers are away, the Thunderbolts will play...

Will 'Agatha: Coven of Chaos' feature one of Marvel’s oldest (and scariest) villains?

Will 'Agatha: Coven of Chaos' feature one of Marvel’s oldest (and scariest) villains?

What other comic witches might Agatha induct into her coven?

Layla El-Faouly? 'Moon Knight' may be setting up a massive X-Men event

Layla El-Faouly? 'Moon Knight' may be setting up a massive X-Men event

Layla El-Faouly is Marc Spector's wife. Is she also the MCU's answer to Layla Miller?

Reed Richards casting rumors: Should the MCU's Mister Fantastic be a jerk?

Reed Richards casting rumors: Should the MCU's Mister Fantastic be a jerk?

You don’t get to be the world’s smartest man without pissing off a few million people. Here's why Marvel needs to create a more complex Fantastic Four patriarch.

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